Keteladanan Abu Bakar Shiddiq R.A

Summary

The transcript narrates the story of Abu Bakar’s patience and unwavering commitment during the Hijra with Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). Despite the harsh treatment from the Quraysh, Abu Bakar refrains from rushing into the migration until the Prophet permits. He then accompanies the Prophet on the journey to Medina, displaying profound loyalty and caution. Their journey includes hiding in the Cave of Thaur to avoid the Quraysh's pursuit, where Abu Bakar's selflessness is evident as he endures hardship, even taking a snake bite without disturbing the Prophet's rest. This story exemplifies devotion, sacrifice, and trust in Allah’s will.

Takeaways

• 😀 Abu Bakar radhiallahu Anhu was eager to migrate to Madinah due to the harsh treatment of Muslims by the Quraysh, but Rasulullah forbade him from rushing and encouraged patience.
• 😀 Rasulullah's comforting words to Abu Bakar were that perhaps Allah would make him his companion in the migration, which filled Abu Bakar with joy and hope.
• 😀 After waiting patiently, Abu Bakar's wish was fulfilled when Rasulullah informed him that he would be migrating and invited Abu Bakar to accompany him.
• 😀 The news of Rasulullah's migration spread to the Quraysh, and they plotted to kill him before he could leave Makkah.
• 😀 The Quraysh planned to ambush Rasulullah during the day, so he decided to leave at night, entrusting his cousin Ali Bin Abi Talib with a dangerous task.
• 😀 Ali accepted the task courageously, agreeing to sleep in Rasulullah’s bed, wearing his green Burdah, and assuring him that he would be safe from harm.
• 😀 The night of the migration, Rasulullah and Abu Bakar began their journey from Makkah to Madinah, covering a distance of about 490 kilometers on foot.
• 😀 Throughout the journey, Abu Bakar remained vigilant, sometimes walking ahead, behind, and beside Rasulullah to protect him from any potential threats.
• 😀 Abu Bakar explained that he was trying to protect Rasulullah from attacks from all directions, even expressing his willingness to face danger on behalf of the Prophet.
• 😀 During their stay in Gua Tsur to avoid detection by the Quraysh, Abu Bakar demonstrated his deep love for Rasulullah by offering his own clothes as bedding, even enduring the cold and pain from a snake bite without disturbing Rasulullah.

Q & A

Why was Abu Bakar eager to migrate to Madinah?

Abu Bakar was eager to migrate to Madinah because he could no longer tolerate the harsh treatment and persecution from the Quraysh against the Muslims.

What was Rasulullah's advice to Abu Bakar regarding the migration?

Rasulullah advised Abu Bakar not to rush and be patient, as Allah might allow him to accompany the Prophet during the migration, which would be a great honor.

How did Abu Bakar respond to Rasulullah's advice?

Abu Bakar responded by being patient, praying for the opportunity to accompany the Prophet, and eventually, his patience was rewarded when Rasulullah asked him to join him in the migration.

What dangerous plan did the Quraysh devise upon hearing about the migration?

Upon hearing about Rasulullah's intention to leave Mecca, the Quraysh conspired to kill him as soon as he left the city to prevent the migration.

Why did Rasulullah choose to leave Mecca during the night?

Rasulullah chose to leave Mecca at night to avoid the danger posed by the Quraysh, who had planned to ambush him during the day.

What task did Rasulullah assign to Ali bin Abi Thalib?

Rasulullah assigned Ali bin Abi Thalib to stay in his bed to deceive the Quraysh into thinking the Prophet was still in his house, thereby protecting him during the migration.

How did Ali bin Abi Thalib respond to the dangerous task?

Ali bin Abi Thalib accepted the task with courage, not fearing the danger, and agreed to sleep in the Prophet's bed to protect him.

Why did Abu Bakar constantly change his position during the journey?

Abu Bakar constantly changed his position—sometimes walking in front, behind, or beside Rasulullah—because he was concerned about the potential dangers from the Quraysh, wanting to protect the Prophet from any possible attack.

What happened when the Prophet and Abu Bakar hid in the Cave of Thawr?

When they hid in the Cave of Thawr, they stayed there for three days to avoid the Quraysh's pursuit. During this time, Abu Bakar showed his devotion by sacrificing his own comfort for the Prophet's safety.

How did Abu Bakar react when an insect, such as a snake, bit him while in the cave?

Although in great pain from the snake bite, Abu Bakar remained silent and endured the pain without waking the Prophet, as he did not want to disturb his rest. After Rasulullah woke up, he healed Abu Bakar's wound through prayer.